3rd Shift Quality Inspector - Aerospace Composites (Entry)

APPLIED COMPOSITES INC; Sterling Heights (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings plan with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Applied Composites is seeking an entry-level Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in the Indianapolis area. The role focuses on preparation and bonding of composite test coupons to support aerospace and space-based structures.

Responsibilities include inspection, machining test coupons, fixture setup, and precise measurement with calipers and micrometers. Attendance on 3rd shift and overtime as needed is expected.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent combination of education/work experience.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience requested.
• Ability to learn and follow step-by-step instructions.
• Ability to take precise measurements using calipers, micrometer.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine visual inspection of soldered connections and mechanical assemblies.
• Prepare and bond test coupons; machine and fixture preparation.
• Machining composite test coupons and using bandsaws, grinders.
• Take dimensional measurements and record test results precisely.
• Operate tension/compression test machines and support static loads.
• Work third shift and overtime as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Accurate measurements

Use test fixtures

Lift up to 50 pounds

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Applied Composites is seeking an entry-level Quality Technician for the 3rd shift in the Indianapolis area. The role focuses on preparation and bonding of composite test coupons to support aerospace and space-based structures.

Responsibilities include inspection, machining test coupons, fixture setup, and precise measurement with calipers and micrometers. Attendance on 3rd shift and overtime as needed is expected.